Congratulations to our Winner and Runner Up in our November / December Travel Post Competition.
Sandra received the most fan votes for her travel post “My ERGObaby Has Seen the Philippines!”. Congratulations Sandra! You have won a $100 voucher to spend at Babes in Arms.
Karen was our Runner Up for her post “Babywearing in Madagasacar” which was selected by our Staff. Congratulations Karen. You have won a $50 voucher to spend at Babes in Arms.
To read all the entries received, click here!
18 days in the heart of Manila, a 17 month old toddler and 16 weeks pregnant. The ERGO saved my life!
My Filipino mother booked tickets for a family trip home before I discovered I was pregnant for the second time, and my partner had to stay behind for work commitments. From past visits, we knew a stroller was not going to work in the hustle and bustle of the city, so I pulled out our ERGObaby carrier. My parents, my two sisters and their partners all found the carrier to be well-fitting and comfortable while carrying my 18kg son Ashton, even as he had to be carried in the front position for safety.
My family and extended family at the Manila Ocean Park. My father is wearing Ashton.
Through the mass swine flu epidemic, the stifling heat and humidity, ongoing bouts of traveller’s diarrhoea and the crowds of strangers we drew for having fairer skin, we each carried Ashton in the ERGO no matter how short or long our trip was. We all fell ill at some point, I was constantly fighting off strangers’ attempts to touch my son and we were without the security of seatbelts among other luxuries we’re accustomed to. Ashton slept soundly in the ERGO and loved being close to someone when he was sick, and I was reassured in knowing he was safe and snug with somebody who carried him just as comfortably.
My mother wears a worn out Ashton.
While my family and I have now learnt our lesson about going overseas during a sickness pandemic, the next trip back is definitely quite some time away but I have no doubt in my mind that our ERGObaby carrier will be the first thing I pack in my carryon luggage. My second child is due in three weeks now and I can’t wait to use the carrier with her!
My sister wears Ashton on a trip out in the city.
Thank you.
Sandra
Submitted by Sandy
We recently took the ERGObaby carrier overseas with us for 3 weeks (to Vietnam and Cambodia) as it was the only means of transporting Stella about in and it was fabulous. At 15 months, Stella is 10kg but I was very comfy with her in this, and she was too, half the time she was asleep! Which is perfect as then I could enjoy the things we were looking at like the Angkor Wat temples and hiking around the ethnic minority mountain villages near Sapa. I preferred to wear Stella on my front, but for longer walks, on the back is better. My longest walk was a pretty continuous 5 hour hike gradual uphill walk – I was exhausted but physically comfortable. The other advantage is that because there is no steel frame in the Ergo, it can be tucked under a seat or table when you’re not actually wearing it, so its not a pain to have around when you’re not using it and out and about.
Halong Bay, Vietnam.
We recently went on holiday to Kalbarri with our 11 month old girl Lily.
The ERGObaby carrier was perfect for her to get around as we were often on off road ground. We spent lots of time walking on the beach, rocks and bush tracks. Lily absoultely loves her ERGO carrier. When she sees us putting it on she squeals in delight and trys to climb up our legs to get into it.
If she was a little tired, she would be asleep within 5 minutes of being in it.
It is so comfortable to wear, and I have a bad back, but I can easily, and comfortably carry her in this carrier.
We love it, we couldn’t live without it.
Thankyou for the helpful info you sent with it, and the fast delivery. I will definately be telling my new parent friends about Babes in Arms.
Bindi M
The ERGObaby carrier has been a huge hit! We absolutely love it – its so comfortable as my little one is a big baby and he feels light as a feather in the Ergo; plus we can also use it to carry our 2 year old on our back. My little boy is so snug, he falls asleep as soon as the hood is placed over his head (the hood is a wonderful addition, as I have used lots of slings, and they have all lacked this!). I also have many friends who are expecting their second baby who are also keen to purchase (I should be on commission!) after seeing how much I love this carrier.
I don’t have any photos at the moment but we are heading on holidays with babies and ERGO shortly so will email some to you then.
Thanks so much
Hetty
We now have two ERGOs, after putting off getting one for ages with our first, now 2 ¾, we bought one when she was 18 months and loved it so much, especially when traveling interstate. Now that I have a new baby, now 3 months, I find I am using my ERGO everyday (he’s MUCH heavier than my daughter was at this age!) because it is simply the most comfortable supportive baby carrier for both of us. My daughter still loves going in the ERGO and so we decided to get a second one so that my husband and I can carry both of our children when we are out and about, and for our upcoming holiday. It will also help for when one needs washing! I have pouches, wraparound slings and I once used a framed backpack carrier, and ERGO beats them all for design. I have had some stitching come undone on the front pocket (not structural), and I haven’t been very impressed with the ERGO backpack – I use it as my everyday carry bag and it’s hard to find things in it, the zips and Velcro are failing, and I don’t attach it to the ERGO anymore because the toggles always come loose (even when new). But really, I know lots of people who think the ERGO is too expensive, but have without a second thought spent two or three times this amount on a pram. Now with two ERGOs and a lightweight stroller, we’re still in front on spending (and we hardly ever use the stroller). Many people commented on my daughter’s early control of her neck and head, and good strength and balance. She was walking at one. She also sleeps well despite noise and light and has a very strong attachment to both of us. My mum often carries my little son in a sling and this is helping them to bond beautifully also. So thanks!
Karen P
We wouldn’t be any where without our Ergo’s and now that we’ve added to our family, it was not hard to make the decision to purchase our second lifesaver for our daughter Elora.
We purchased our first Ergo back in 2006 when my son Stirling was bulging out of his Baby Bjorn, and since I have a back injury we needed to find something that would support me and my 6 month old ‘toddler’ – we looked at all the options including a full hiking carrier, but after reading a few online testimonials we couldn’t ignore the Ergo Carrier.
Two and half years later and with two Ergo’s in the house, we couldn’t be happier! My husband and I firmly believe that the Ergo is perfect for…
Back problems…
the harness system allows for fantastic load distribution. Even with my lower back injury I have managed to carry my son and daughter for long periods of time with no complaints from my spine!
Big bub’s…
my son was born a toddler (9lb15oz) and was, and still is a tall boy – even now at 3 years and 18 kilos we can still give him a piggy back!
Getting out and about…
Our carriers are with us at all times, we use them when we’re out walking, at public events and on shopping trips. When I’m on my own they allow me to carry my 6 month old daughter and push my 3 year old in the pram, or vice versa.
Travelling…
Our carriers have had their passports stamped in Thailand and New Zealand, with a trip to Tasmania in between. Late night or early morning flights, check ins, boarding and disembarking are all a breeze with the Ergo! Even 4 hours shopping in Bangkok’s Chinatown wasn’t a problem for us, my son (15 months at the time) smiled and charmed everyone from his vantage point, and my husband and I enjoyed a day of great spending and laughs!
Sickness…
There is nothing like a cuddle to help settle kiddies. The Ergo has helped me get through a few bad days when my not so small son needed comforting, I basically needed to use the carrier to save my arms from giving in to fatigue!
3 sitting options…
We use all three! We liked the hip option before my son could walk, sitting him on our hip when we shopped and cooked. Even now he is happy to fall asleep on his Dad’s shoulder when he’s having a piggy back.
Anyone in your family can use it…
Nan, Aunty and Uncles in our families have all carried our kiddies, with nothing but smiles all round!
Ergo Carriers should be on every new parents must have list
Natassja H
We love our ERGObaby carrier … and most importantly so does our son, Ben! I’m finding it so much more comfortable than other carriers I’ve tried as all the weight is taken on the hips meaning no shoulder strain which has caused me terrible headaches in the past. Ben seems to find it really comfortable and has a greater degree of movement than I’d expected when he’s in the carrier, which is great for a curious little boy!
I’ve attached a photo of us at Currumbin Wildlife sanctuary where we had a great time recently feeding the lorikeets!
We’re very happy with the service and product we’ve received from you and would recommend!
Lee F
I love my ERGObaby carrier! It’s the best carrier in the world. We have travelled around Australia, America, England, Germany, France, and Italy with it and it’s never missed a beat.
It’s hard to say when the Ergo has been at its most useful, at the airport, winding through little cobbled streets, climbing thousands of stairs or bushwalking. One thing is for sure, the way it folds up to practically nothing has been a life saver and when it gets dirty, we can just throw it in the wash.
Tia at 2 years old in Colorado doing some hiking
We went to so many places you couldn’t have gotten away with carrying in your arms or pushing a stroller. We were out for long days regularly so Zadan would just have his nap on the go, safe and snuggled up with his Mum or Dad. We could wear the Ergo for hours and hours without getting uncomfortable. Up high in the Ergo, Zadan was always right in the action, so he could see everything that was going on.
At Herrenchiemsee, One of Mad King Ludwig’s castles
I also really love the way it’s so easy to put the kids in and out of the Ergo.
The kids getting cool in Munich
An enormous Steiff teddy, Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Written by Annette
My now 8 month old daughter Millie and I have been hitting the political rally circuit in support of home birth in Australia and wherever we go she is always in her trusty ERGObaby Carrier. On my back, on my front and on my hip,we wouldn’t travel any other way. From Brisbane to Canberra in September for “The Mother of all Rallies”, Millie was quiet and happy in the Ergo continuously from 9am when we landed until 10.30pm when we finally got home. A long day, but she was comfortable and so was I. We breastfed, we cuddled and we had an amazing day standing up for our rights to birth where we went. November, back on the campaign trail again outside KRudd’s office here in Brisbane, Millie again travelled in her trusty Ergo blaring her political message on the front. And with the Ergo backpack accessory we have everything we need for a day or more out on the go, not only for Millie, but for me and her two brothers and Daddy too.
Entry by Lucie
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